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English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Comparison - Dog breed selector: Merry Cocker Woker or Silky Cocker or Cavapom? Find the right dog for you

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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom breeds.
Merry Cocker Woker
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Cross Breed Cross Breed

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed is the largest?
Medium Small
Medium
Small
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom? Compare adult weight ranges.
Male: 28-34 pounds (13-16 kg), Female: 26-32 pounds (12-15 kg) 10-30 pounds (4.5-13.5) 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 31 pounds (14.5 kg), Female: 29 pounds (13.5 kg) 20 pounds (9 kg) 14 pounds (6.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom? English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom height comparison:
Male: 15-17 inches (38-43 cm), Female: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm) 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) 12-13 inches (30-33 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 16 inches (40.5 cm), Female: 15 inches (38.5 cm) 15 inches (37.5 cm) 12.5 inches (31.5 cm)

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Find price differences between these breeds.
$900-$1200 $600-$800 $1200-$1500
Availability
Which is easier to get, English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom?
Very frequent: The English Cocker Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Silky Cocker is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cavapom is quite easy to get.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed ranks highest?
Very smart: English Cocker Spaniel is an excellent dog breed.
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Smart: The Silky Cocker dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Cavapom dogs have great intelligence.
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which is easiest to train?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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Silky Cocker dogs are easy to train.
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Cavapom dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed is most alert?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good watchdogs.
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Silky Cocker dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cavapom dogs are average watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed is most protective?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Silky Cocker dogs are average defenders.
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Cavapom dogs are average defenders.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom? Compare temperaments.
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Trainable
Quiet
Faithful
Easygoing
Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Social
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Fearless
Cheerful
Quiet
Nonaggressive
Extroverted
Polite
Graceful
Sporty
No tendency towards nervousness
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Sensitive: English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Silky Cocker dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Sensitive: Cavapom dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom?
High: English Cocker Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Silky Cocker dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cavapom dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom social needs comparison:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are a social breed.
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Silky Cocker dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cavapom dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the English Cocker Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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Silky Cocker dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Cavapom dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Silky Cocker dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Cavapom dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed is most vocal?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Silky Cocker is a vocal breed.
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Average to High: The Cavapom is a vocal breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed is most playful?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a playful breed.
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The Silky Cocker is a playful breed.
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Average: Cavapoms, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which adapts best to small spaces?
Very house-friendly dog the English Cocker Spaniel breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Silky Cocker breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Cavapom breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed is most flexible?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Silky Cocker dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Cavapom dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Silky Cocker dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Cavapom dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The English Cocker Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Silky Cocker has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cavapom has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which uses mouth most during play?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Silky Cocker dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Cavapom dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

English Cocker Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Silky Cocker bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cavapom bite force: Weak.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed lives longest?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of English Cocker Spaniel: 13 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Silky Cocker: 16 years
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Cavapom: 14 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which handles climate changes best?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The English Cocker Spaniel can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which has fewer health issues?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Silky Cocker is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Cavapom is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The English Cocker Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Silky Cocker should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Cavapom should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Renal Failure
Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Ear Infections
Elbow Dysplasia
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Renal Failure
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Cataracts
Collapsed Trachea
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Patellar Luxation
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Epilepsy
Mitral Valve Disease
Seizures
Dry Eye
Heatstroke
Episodic Falling Syndrome
Syringomyelia
Heat Intolerance

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which breed is most active?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
Silky Cocker dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Cavapom dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Silky Cocker dogs have an average exercise need.
Cavapom dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
Silky Cocker dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Cavapom dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which is most prone to obesity?
High: The English Cocker Spaniel breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Silky Cocker's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Cavapom's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which needs most food?
1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. What colors are available?
Black
Tan
Blue
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Tan
Blue
White
Golden
Liver
Roan
Black
Gray
Tan
Red
Blue
White
Brown
Orange
Tricolor
Blenheim
Ruby
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The English Cocker Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Silky Cocker requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cavapom requires average grooming effort.
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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which drools least?
The English Cocker Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Silky Cocker is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cavapom is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which has least natural smell?

High 🔼

The English Cocker Spaniel has a high chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Silky Cocker has an average chance of bad smell.

High 🔼

The Cavapom has a high chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Feathered Feathered Fluffy
Feathered
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which requires most frequent baths?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom? English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or {name3 shedding:
English Cocker Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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Silky Cocker dogs are low shedders.
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Cavapom dogs shed above average.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which is best with kids?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Silky Cocker dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cavapom dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Silky Cocker dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Cavapom dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom? Which dog is more friendly?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Silky Cocker dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cavapom dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Silky Cocker dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Cavapom dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly English Cocker Spaniel or Silky Cocker or Cavapom?
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Silky Cocker dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Cavapom dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom?
Yes
English Cocker Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Silky Cocker dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Cavapom dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
English Cocker Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Silky Cocker is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Cavapom is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
English Cocker Spaniels are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Silky Cockers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cavapoms are usually recommended for elderly people.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which is best suited for service work?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which excels in therapy work?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which has best nose work ability?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which is best for SAR work?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which is best suited for water work?

Yes

English Cocker Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Yes

Silky Cocker breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

Cavapom breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which is best for draft work?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which has most military use?

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which has most puppies?
6-8 puppies 6-8 puppies 3-5 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Any breeding differences?
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Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. What's recommended?

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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English Cocker Spaniel vs Silky Cocker vs Cavapom Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. How are they classified?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1946 as a Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. How are they classified internationally?
Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Flushing Dogs section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of English Cocker Spaniel, Silky Cocker, and Cavapom. Which has most recognition?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
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